The Ruins
- Horror
Americans Amy, Stacy, Jeff and Eric look for fun during a sunny holiday in Mexico, but they get much more than that after visiting an archaeological dig in the jungle.
The Ruins is a 2008 horror film that follows four Americans vacationing in Mexico who encounter something terrifying at a remote archaeological site in the jungle. The movie combines survival horror with visceral scares as the group becomes trapped with a deadly threat. It's a cult classic for horror fans seeking intense, practical effects-driven terror.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Jonathan TuckerJeff McIntire
Jena MaloneAmy
Shawn AshmoreEric
Laura RamseyStacy
Joe AndersonMathias
Sergio CalderónLead Mayan
Jesse RamirezMayan Bowman- Balder MorenoMayan Horseman
- Dimitri BaveasDimitri
- Patricio Almeida RodriguezTaxi Driver
- Mario JuradoMayan Archer
Luis Antonio RamosMayan Rifleman
Bar PalyArcheologist
Jordan Patrick SmithHeinrich
Karen StrassmanAdditional Vine Vocal (voice)
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The Ruins — frequently asked
When was The Ruins released?
The Ruins was released on April 2, 2008.
What is The Ruins about?
Four Americans on vacation in Mexico visit an archaeological dig in the jungle, where they become trapped and face a life-threatening situation that tests their survival instincts.
Where can I watch The Ruins?
The Ruins is available on various streaming platforms and for digital purchase. Check your local streaming services for current availability.
Is The Ruins based on a book?
Yes, The Ruins is based on Scott Smith's 2006 horror novel of the same name.
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